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Lobster Mushrooms

One of the things we have noticed in moving from Grand Forks to Minneapolis is that things are just bigger and more diverse. You really notice this when visiting farmers’ markets. There are so many, they are larger, and the … Continue reading

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Sign of the times?

There used to be an informative message here. This and the other signs at the edge of our property were removed. Evidently the request that you not kill stuff in my backyard was offensive to someone. Sorry.

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Wild Rice Pow Wow 2016

Pictures only

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Scrabble is evil

I hate playing games, but I have special contempt for Scrabble. My wife’s family considers Scrabble a way to evaluate intelligence. It drives me crazy that they play these strange words that they cannot pronounce let alone use in a … Continue reading

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Maybe the jobs aren’t coming back

In the heat of this political season, unemployment and the US economy are major issues. Presidental candidates each have a position and blame one thing or another (immigration, the ultra rich) in the hopes of convincing voters they have the … Continue reading

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Hillary’s email server

I don’t know what to think of the issue with Hillary’s private server. I wish she would admit she was lazy or whatever motivated her behavior and move on. This seems such a focal point and I struggle to understand … Continue reading

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Superior Fish

Why is it people like to post pictures of food? I think it is because they are trying to make their friends jealous. Anyway, I have been places with food worthy of a picture and worthy of generating jealousy. Or … Continue reading

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You are not a role model

Charles Barkley famously stated that he was “not a role model”. His point was that his behavior on and off the court that did not involve athletic performance was not an issue for others to criticize. As far as personal consequences … Continue reading

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Patriotism and sprinkles

Who gets to claim the title patriot? Those in a particular political party? Talk show hosts? My vote goes to this kid. Donuts for all!

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Buns at breakfast

Holiday gatherings are a great opportunity for photos.

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